ISSUE : PROS AND CONS OF RAP MUSIC

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PROS AND CONS OF RAP MUSICMusic is something that every person has his or her own specific opinion about. Different people have different taste, and various types of music have many ways of leaving an impact on someone. It can be relaxing, angering, soothing, energizing, and many more.
     Rap music has versatile styles depending on the lyrical content and the geographic location of the artist. The content can range from sex, drugs, race, religion, social issues, partying, crime, love and loss. Rap is often recognizable by the location, which plays a huge part in the beats and rhythm of the music, whether it's East Coast, West Coast, Midwest or Southern hip hop. There is also Christian rap, gangsta rap and reggaeton (a mixture of reggae and rap).
     According to the Allmusic website, rap music was born in the mid-1970s in New York's South Bronx and has showcased huge success since then, bringing forth many rappers who have climbed the musical charts. Public Enemy, Heavy D, MC Lyte, Run DMC, LL Cool Jay, Eminem and Jay-Z are just a few of the old school and new school rap artists who have contributed to the industry since rap's creation.
     It has been followed by popular rappers in Malaysia such as Malique and Altimet. Rap music had make an attraction towards teenagers and make it be place in soul of teenagers.
     The prons of rap music is a freedom of expression. Its lyrical content flows like poetry and often tells a story. It gives people a chance to see life through the eyes of someone else. It can be one of our free technic to release tension after working or study. The lyrics and flow of rap music sometimes can make us feel peace and forget about problems.
     A private college students, Felicia Lim, 20 years old said music has just like her heart and soul.
     “When I was busy with an assignment, I will turn on the music and feel free and freedom. It is a way how I release my tired”, she said.
     The cons of rap music is known for its explicit lyrical content and is often seen as derogatory toward women. Parents will find a parental advisory warning label on a majority of the albums. Some may find the lyrics to be shallow and meaningless.
     Private sector employees, Rahman Khairuddin, 42 years old said even the average of his age shown that he is old but he have a young soul.
     “I have three children who are still teenagers. They also interested in rap music and me too since I was young. I admit some rap music lyrics are not suitable for young people but for me it is normal for teenagers that already can judge which is good and bad”, he said.
     People may only see rap as part of the African American culture however, white rappers have stepped onto the music scene and impacted the industry over time, thus crossing cultural barriers. These rappers include Cypress Hill, Beastie Boys, 3rd Bass, Asher Roth and Eminem.
     Not all rap music is negative. For more positive messages, check out rap artists such as Lupe Fiasco, Mos Def and Talib Kweli. An increasing number of Malay and Christian rap artists, such as Cross Movement and Malique are focused on delivering positive messages.
     However, we must wisely select the songs and chosen a suitable song to be heard in order not to be abused.

Music reflects the mood.

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Hana Japre

ISSUES : PROS AND CONS OF TELEVISION

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Pros and cons of television

 
Television (TV) is a telecommunication medium for transmitting and receiving moving images that can be monochrome (black-and-white) or coloured with or without accompanying sound. "Television" may also refer specifically to a television set, television programme, or television transmission. Television is one of the latest wonders of science. By the radio we can only hear the voice but the television we can also see the face of the speaker. We have only to switch on the television and at once we can both see and hear a popular leader speaking or a drama being staged or a cinema film being exhibited at the television station or a match being played in any country of the world. In short, in recent times television has become one of the most important means of recreation, propaganda and national integration.
     The advantages of television are so many that every possible effort should be made to provide the country with a nation-wide service at the earliest. Television is an important means of recreation and entertainment. It is the most suitable medium for mass communication and education. It can be used by the government to give wide publicity to its views, and to the development work done by it. In this way, it can be used as a powerful means of propaganda and the formation of public opinion. It can serve as a handmaid to planning. Indeed, by some expert television is considered essential for the success of planning.
     Further, it can perform the vital task of mass education. It can help in increasing production, in imparting family planning education and in spreading mass literacy. Talks delivered by eminent persons and carried the masses through television. It can do much to eradicate various social evils television sets installed in school can supplement the education imparted through class lectures. What is seen leaves a more permanent impression on the mind than what is heard or read, and this makes obvious the educational value of television.
     The government is fully alive to all these advantages of television programmed have been broadcast through satellites so that they could be viewed all over the country. The Asia games gave a great boost of television and since then a national programmed has become a regular feature and many more states have been brought within the television network.
     A college students, Zulaikha Roslan, 19 years old said it is a tool for imparting knowledge. For example, RTM provides many programs like information on agriculture, as well as TV3 through MedikTV that delivers the knowledge of the medical world. Shows like this are very useful to our society and increase our knowledge about a matter but it also have a cons such as waste of time. This time wastage occurs when too much time is spent in front of the TV with just watching entertainment programs until they forget the studies.
     However, it should be kept in mind that color television puts more strain on the eyes. It is a health hazard. It must not be viewed for a long time. Moreover, color television is very sensitive and the picture gets blurred if there is even slight defect in the antenna angle or in its cord. Even slight disturbances near the television set they may be on the road near the house find their echo on the screen of a color television. A housewife, Rabiah Baba, 36 years old, thinks that television is good for the development of her kids mind because of the attractive colors on the television screen. It shows that every people have their own opinion and suggestion.
     Television is not a mere medium of entertainment it has far reaching educational and cultural significance. It is an importance means of national unity and integration. Television serial can be used to fight the menace of communalism, regionalism and terrorism. Special programmed with this end in view should be regularly televised. Similarly between people living in different parts of the country should be stressed. It should be made available not only in the cities, but in villages as well, and at cheap rates. Top priority must be given to it. Let us hope in the near future. Television sets would be within the reach of the common man.
     A government official, Hashim Hamdan, 44 years old thinks that it is a tool to bring awareness to the community and also serve the requirements of the people to the government. This is a social responsibility that is done by electronic media to society. For example Bersamamu by TV3 program, through this program we can help those in need. Similarly, problems on that happens to people in some places, when the problem is addressed, the authorities must take appropriate action.
     We must be clever in selecting the programs to be watched. Think of the advantages and disadvantages as well as the effects. Impact not only in the short term but also in the long term.

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Hana Japre

HEALTH : NATURAL REMEDIES TO QUIT SMOKING

  
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USE NATURAL REMEDIES TO QUIT SMOKING

Smoking is more than just a bad habit, it’s an addiction. Governments try to fight smoking by making policies to raise taxes and the price of cigarettes so fewer people can afford them. This might work for some, but for people who are truly addicted, real help to break the addiction is needed. Herbs, natural chemicals and support groups can help people quit smoking naturally.

There are a variety of herbs and supplements that can help people stop smoking. Some herbs to consider include lobelia for cigarette cravings, ginger root for nausea, St. John's Wort for depression, passion flower for irritability, and rhodiola for energy.

Rhodiola extract in the mornings can increase dopamine receptors. Dopamine is a hormone associated with mood. Too little dopamine can lead to anxiety and depression. Increasing dopamine receptors and uptake can make people feel happier, more energetic and less like smoking a cigarette.

People often feel nauseated when they are in withdrawal from nicotine. Ginger root may reduce nausea. Lobelia can be toxic so caution is needed when using.

Oats are a heart healthy food that is high in fiber, omega-3 fatty acids, potassium, and folate. Eating oats can help lower levels of bad cholesterol and keep arteries clear, which helps to lower risk of heart disease. They also contain chemicals called avenathramides that can reduce stress, strengthen the nervous system, fight free radials, and combat high blood pressure. All of these benefits can be crucial for smokers who are at a higher risk for heart disease.

Oats can also directly help smokers quit. An extract derived from green oats can ease withdrawal symptoms and help to decrease cigarette cravings.

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Inas Shukor